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Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Montabone, Asti

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About the area

Montabone

At this country house, you'll be 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from Cascina Christiana and 8.5 km (5.3 mi) from Casa Bertalero. Highlights at this country house include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .This smoke-free country house offers an outdoor pool and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Montabone country house include Sug@r(T)_house Figli di Pinin Pero and Church of St. John the Baptist.
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Getting around

  • Terzo Montabone Station - 10 min drive
  • Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agorà Cafè - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Divino's Cafè - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taproom Sagrin - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar Svizzero - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪I Portici - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy

NB SATURDAY TO SATURDAY BOOKINGS ONLY THANK YOU!

Fully restored by its enthusiastic English/ Irish owners, Ca' Giona has become a huge success with everyone who visits. Apart from its unique setting on a hillside terrace with its own beautiful private pool surrounded by glorious landscapes and unspoiled local towns, this very characterful house is in an area recently awarded Unesco World Heritage status.
CULTURE AND SHOPPING
The remarkable historic cities of Genoa, Turin and Milan are all within easy driving distance of 90mins to 2 hours so cultural visits and serious shopping is easily available if wished.
WINE AND FOOD
Renowned for its fine wines, Barbera, Dolcetto and Gavi are local, the heavy hitters Barolo and Barbaresco just an hour's drive away.
Fine cheeses, wonderful cured meats, white truffles and porcini mushrooms in season all add to Piedmont’s reputation as a gourmet paradise. Keen cooks will love the local markets in Acqui Terme and Nizza and find everything necessary for great cooking in the well-supplied kitchen.
EVERYDAY LIFE
Sitting by the pool or on the terrace surrounded by truly rural unspoiled landscape is occupation in itself. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the undulating, quite challenging local roads, the more ambitious may hike over any vineyards and farmland that isn't fenced off.
Stargazers will be mesmerised by an astonishing night sky, birdwatchers enchanted by a sublime dawn chorus especially earlier in the season - and if you are really lucky you may be visited by fireflies as dusk arrives.
LOCAL VILLAGE
The village shop in medieval Montabone is 10 minutes easy stroll away around a beautiful valley, and Signora Ines' wonderful deli supplies everything needed to create great suppers and lunches; otherwise guests can eat well in various good local restaurants including one in the village itself. We are spoiled for choice!

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Property amenities

Things to do

  • Books
  • Golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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  • Note from host: Nowhere in house
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please rinse off suncream before going to bed/using chairs to protect linen and seats

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Please discuss with us

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please discuss with us

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Nowhere in house

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy have a pool?

Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy has a pool.

Is Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, an outdoor pool and highchairs, it's no surprise that Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy?

No, Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy?

No, pets are not allowed.

Peace, Pool and Panoramas in the Monferrato, UNESCO's hidden gem in Italy Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christoph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location, nice house, exceptionally beautiful holidays

We rented the house for a week in october and were very lucky with the weather. Warm, summer-like temperatures and no single drop of rain during our stay. Location of the house is simply perfect between wine yards and olive trees. The interior design is simple but very atmospheric and authentic. Our children enjoyed the large garden, although the pool was unfortunately already closed (which we were informed about prior to our stay).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing vacation

Wij hebben genoten van een heerlijke vakantie! Heel mooi authentiek , charmant huis , omgeven door groen en prachtig uitzicht; je komt er echt tot rust .Bij het avond zwemmen kregen we gezelschap van zeker 6-tal vleermuisjes die kwamen drinken, zalig .Lekker restaurant en superette met beste brood uit omgeving in Montabone , lokale wijn geproefd en meegenomen , mooie uitstappen gedaan langs pittoreske landschappen. Het was een vakantie voor herhaling vatbaar ! :) lieve groetjes Natasha Claude & Laura Bijna vergeten; heel vriendelijke verwelkoming door contactpersoon Trevor,thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jens S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Dejlig sted

Rigtig god oplevelse
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Els M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Heerlijk huis met geweldig uitzicht

We verbleven (in de zomer) met 6 volwassenen in het huis. De slaapkamers zijn ruim en ook rondom het huis en zwembad is lekker veel ruimte. Het uitzicht is geweldig en gaat nooit vervelen. De keuken is goed uitgerust, alleen het aantal glazen is wat aan de beperkte kant. De oprit naar het huis is erg steil en het in en uitrijden vraagt wat stuurmanskunst. Maar als je eenmaal bij het huis bent, is het genieten.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jochen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Ruhe in traumhafter Lage

Es war ein traumhaft schöner Aufenthalt, wer absolute Ruhe sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Ein sehr liebevoll gepflegtes und einsam gelegenes Rustico, inmitten der Weinberge. Tolle Ausflugsziele rundherum, sehr wenig Touristen und sehr viel authentisches Italien. Wir haben auf dem Markt eingekauft, selbst gekocht, viel gelesen und den tollen Pool genossen. Ein absolute Oase, mit sehr lieben Gastgebern, die immer erreichbar waren. Liebe Grüße Jo und Peggy
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matyas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Erholung pur

Wer die Ruhe genießen will und gerne abschalten möchte findet ein sehr schönes Haus im Herzen Piemonts. Der Blick ist traumhaft, die Region ist grün und abwechslungsreich. Acqui Terme ist eine Entdeckung wert. Turin und Genua sind auch recht gut zu erreichen.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un havre de paix

Une maison très agréable, bien équipée, au milieu de vignes et d'une tranquillité incroyable. La grande piscine est très agréable à proximité de la maison (quelques dizaines de mètres). Ruth la proprietaire est facile à joindre et le relais local (Trevor et Jesse) s'occupe de la maison de manière optimale (linge changé le samedi si la location dure plus d'une semaine). Les villages alentours sont très beaux et la région du Monferrato magnifique. Nous recommandons.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

We loved this house!

We had a great holiday here! This place ticks all the boxes - a beautiful quiet rural setting with great views (especially of the sun rising over the distant hills) yet only a fifteen minute walk to the nearby village of Montabone. Not much seems to happen there but that was fine by us - there’s a well-stocked and friendly village stores and deli, plus a very good restaurant ‘La Sosta’. Ruth had provided us with all the information we needed and we were met at the property by the very helpful Trevor and Jess - everything was ready for our arrival and the place was spotlessly clean. The house itself has been beautifully restored and furnished, and - provided you keep the shutters closed in the day - stays nice and cool. We had all our meals under the portico overlooking the vines and the valley below. Night time entertainment was provided by the ghiri, heard but not seen except for a couple of distant glimpses early in the morning, and we were lucky to see one rather lonely firefly - not usually still around in August! Apart from a couple of trips out, to Acqui Terme and Nizza Monferato, we were happy to do little but look at the view, dip in the pool, and have delicious meals - we really couldn’t have had a more relaxing holiday home and can highly recommend it to those looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful but under-rated part of Italy.
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10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Fantastic house!!

Wow - what a great job Ruth and Steven have done here. We enjoyed the most peaceful week ever and loved waking up looking at the beautiful vineyards in the valley everyday. The house is wonderful - has everything you need and refreshingly no TV or Wifi (if you are addicted I got 4G all through the house so no problems with checking emails etc). The bed was comfortable and the house has been renovated to a very high standard. The pool is ultra private and very refreshing in the Italian summer sun. My 11 year old decided he wanted to have a career in pool cleaning after fishing out the bugs daily! We literally cannot wait to come back here. It is wonderfully quiet. The local village is lovely - a lovely village shop and great views. We didn't eat in the village - we were very happy with the amazing produce from Bennett's super market and sitting and eating on the portico of the house every night. I would highly recommend the Piedmont Food and Wine Tour which is recommended in the house welcome book. We had an amazing day visiting 3 vineyards and tasting amazing wine. Was a fantastic day. But on the whole we were just happy staying at Ca' Giona. You will not be disappointed with this lovely house, the amazing views and the local area.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Real Italy

We came for two weeks in 2014, having been for one week in 2013 and fallen in love with both the house and the region. The owners and local (English) managers were very helpful. The conversion has been done beautifully and sensitively. The house was presented immaculately and with everything we needed, including some very interesting books. There are great views across the hills of the region, covered in vines and nut trees, so the lack of TV and WiFi is not a problem – in fact it is a real pleasure. The house and pool lose the sun by about 17:30 in the summer, which cools the house down for comfortable nights, but does limit time for sunbathing. Young children would need careful supervision in the garden and by the pool. And the third bedroom is accessed along an external balcony. The nearby village of Montabone is lovely, but very small and quiet. Fifteen minutes by car gets you to Nizza which has a great historic centre - good markets, restaurants, churches and ice-cream. Real Italy with few tourists. We did day trips to Turin, Milan and Genoa. We suggest you use the excellent park and ride systems on the Turin and Milan metro systems. We would thoroughly recommend Piemonte and this house. Have a change from Tuscany or Provence.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A really wonderful place to stay

We've now stayed at Ca’ Giona twice and have booked it again this year. Ideal for families with a car, this is a really beautiful and well-maintained house. The pool is gorgeous (surrounded by rosemary and a tranquil spot in the afternoon) and the veranda is a really beautiful place to sit in the shade and eat meals looking over the valley - especially when the fireflies come out. The rest of the house is comfortable, pretty and clean and I'm particularly fond of the room separated by the balcony - it's perfect for couples travelling with others. The surrounding area is also really beautiful - there is a great restaurant in Montabone which is 15 minutes slow walk back across the valley and the nearby towns of Asti, Acqui Terme and Nizza Monferrato are all filled with lovely deli, cantinas and places to stroll round. It's the perfect getaway.

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